Implementation of patient safety monitoring systems in hospitals: a systematic review (17 September 2025)

Summary

Patient safety monitoring systems endeavour to manage patient safety data and improve overall safety within healthcare organisations. This study, published in BMJ Health & Care Informatics, aimed to characterise the implementation of and outputs of such systems across hospital settings. It found that patient safety monitoring systems can be used for enhancing safety practices, reducing adverse events and promoting a culture of patient safety.